The Favors' "The Hudson" Is A Melancholic Homage to New York
The Favors return with “The Hudson” as the second tantalizing glimpse into their anticipated debut album, The Dream, dropping September 19th. Following their dreamy introduction with "The Little Mess You Made," "The Hudson" doubles down on their signature, artfully soulful warmth, proving beyond a shadow of a doubt that this isn't just a collab album, it's the start of something special.
"The Hudson" is an exhilarating sneak peek into The Favors' transcendent artistry. Delicate piano keys dance in the background as the track opens with Ashe’s vulnerable, captivating delivery: "The trees were bare naked, and so were we // Two old strangers sharing really personal things." Ashe's voice intertwines with FINNEAS's in a luscious harmony as the track builds towards a melancholic chorus that flips the track's initial fuzziness and nostalgia on its head: "I don’t know where I belong//All I've ever known is gone // I've got nothing but you to lose." It's a gut-punch of emotional vulnerability that resonates deep with listeners.
Set against a stunning New York City backdrop (in both song and its equally compelling video), "The Hudson" is a breathtaking, melancholic homage to the sprawling metropolis. Expertly interlacing striking black-and-white visuals with deep, saturated tones, this cinematic track accurately captures the bittersweet ache of a love lost, while still hinting at the glimmering hope of a reunion, told through two distinct perspectives. All the while, New York City is the third perspective, painted with the rose-tinted glasses it undeniably deserves.
The Favors, without question, continue to showcase their effervescent, narrative-rich sound with this second release. "The Hudson" has us absolutely buzzing for The Dream to drop this fall, revealing the spirit of a group strengthened by their unique artistic identities, and in spirit is a truly collaborative, timeless, and wonderfully unique band.
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